Constitution Day 2025 Quiz: Why 26th November is Celebrated and Key Facts Everyone Should Know

Every year, India observes Constitution Day on 26th November. In 2025, the day will be celebrated with full respect and enthusiasm across schools, colleges, and government institutions. Constitution Day reminds us of the making of our Constitution and its significance in shaping India’s democracy. Special programs, speeches, and general knowledge quizzes are held nationwide to honor the occasion. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Constitution, is specially remembered on this day.

Here’s a quick GK quiz highlighting key facts about Constitution Day 2025:

Q1: When was the Indian Constitution implemented?
A: The Indian Constitution came into effect on 26th January 1950, making India a fully democratic nation. This is why 26th January is celebrated as Republic Day.

Q2: Why is Constitution Day celebrated on 26th November?
A: The Constitution of India was formally adopted on 26th November 1949, which is why this day is observed as Constitution Day.

Q3: How long did it take to prepare the Indian Constitution?
A: The Constituent Assembly took 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days to draft it, making it one of the longest-drafted constitutions in the world.

Q4: How was the Constitution written?
A: The Constitution was entirely handwritten in Hindi and English, and later beautifully calligraphed.

Q5: Who wrote the original copy of the Constitution?
A: Prem Behari Narain Raizada handwritten both the Hindi and English versions in a special calligraphy style, completing it in around six months.

Q6: Who decorated the pages of the Constitution with illustrations?
A: Every page was adorned with illustrations by Acharya Nandalal Bose, while the preamble page was decorated by his student Rammanohar Sinha.

Q7: Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A: Dr. Rajendra Prasad served as the permanent President, elected on 11th December 1946, and remained in office until the Constitution was adopted.

Q8: Who headed the Drafting Committee?
A: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee and is rightly known as the Father of the Indian Constitution for his pivotal role.

Q9: Who were the prominent members of the Constituent Assembly?
A: Leaders like Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and Maulana Abul Kalam Azad played key roles in framing the Constitution.

Q10: How many parts, articles, and schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
A: It consists of 22 parts, 465 articles, and 12 schedules. Initially, it had 395 articles and 8 schedules.

Q11: Where is the original copy of the Constitution preserved?
A: The original is kept in a special helium-filled case in the Parliament Library, with another copy stored at the Central Library, Gwalior.

Q12: How many pages does the Constitution have?
A: The Constitution is written on 251 pages, making it one of the most detailed constitutions in the world.

Q13: Which countries’ constitutions influenced the Indian Constitution?
A: Dr. Ambedkar and the committee studied constitutions of around 60 countries, adopting provisions suitable for India.

Q14: What does the Indian Constitution cover?
A: It outlines fundamental rights, duties, the structure of government, and the separation of powers among the legislature, executive, and judiciary, along with rules to maintain India’s democratic system.

Q15: How many fundamental rights are guaranteed by the Indian Constitution?
A: There are 6 fundamental rights, ensuring the freedom and security of Indian citizens.